Restaurant
The Blacksmith's Inn
986 Black Top Rd, One Tree Hill SA 5114, Australia
Find The Blacksmith's Inn
986 Black Top Rd, One Tree Hill SA 5114, Australia
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Plan your visitAbout The Blacksmith's Inn
A true country outpost on the edge of the Adelaide Hills, serving wood-fired warmth and serious pub classics. Day-trippers pull in for generous plates beside crackling open hearths or settle into sunlit dining rooms framing valley vistas. Out front, shady garden tables welcome dogs—and maybe a quick game of fetch with the resident pup. The kitchen leans into generous plates, from herb-crusted chicken parmis to colossal mixed grills. Regulars make a point of ordering the rich Guinness pie alongside crispy onion rings, or taking down tender roast lamb smothered in lemon and mint gravy.
- Hearty Pub Plates: Generous plates loaded with hefty chicken parmigiana, colossal mixed grills, and house Guinness pie.
- Wood-Burning Fireplaces: Active wood-burning hearths keep the dining room and bar spaces comfortable during cold weather.
- Dog-Friendly Front Garden: Shaded outdoor tables out front provide space to dine alongside visiting dogs.
- Private Celebrations: Dedicated private rooms and staff support accommodate milestone birthdays and large gatherings.
What's On at The Blacksmith's Inn
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Patrons Choose The Blacksmith's Inn
From roaring winter hearths and scenic country stops to stress-free milestone celebrations
Dedicated Spaces for Large Group Celebrations
The venue provides coordinated private function rooms and garden spaces tailored for milestone birthdays, intimate weddings, and family gatherings of 30 or more.
Booked a private room for a 70th birthday and pre date preparations were so easy with Emma's help.
Fiona Emery Stress-Free Event Planning and Coordination
Experienced event hostesses oversee timelines, platter delivery, and service coordination so hosts can relax throughout their celebrations.
Everything was perfect and they did such an amazing job making the whole process stress free and beautiful!
Chrisite Fryar Crackling Log Fires and Cosy Winter Warmth
Active log fires warm both dining and bar spaces during cold or wet weather, creating an inviting retreat for comfort dining.
Logs burning in the fireplace, friendly staff and tasty food.
Janos Veresbaranji Authentic Historic Country Pub Charm
The historic dining spaces pair wood-cabin character and heritage relics with hearty traditional pub fare and tap pints.
It has a wood cabin / colonial type feel with random historical relics from the past attached to the walls and other fixtures. And there is a wood fire to boot
My Name Scenic Outlook for Countryside Day-Trippers
Positioned along scenic countryside drives, the venue offers a peaceful stop with generous parking and tranquil dining room views.
I enjoyed overlooking the nice view from the dining room. The staff were welcoming and friendly.
Hannah Louise Dog-Friendly Shaded Outdoor Garden Dining
A dedicated shaded front garden allows road-trippers and local patrons to dine outdoors comfortably alongside their pets.
Dog friendly area in a well shaded garden out the front.
kevin pilkington
Most popular items
Hearty pub classics and favourites loved by locals and travellers
chicken parmigiana
The chicken parmigiana was the best one I have had in years! Herb crumb with nap sauce and cheese that I didn't have to try find on my parmi.
Karen Guelen fish and chips
I had the fish and chips which were very generous in their portions and cooked with a crispy pale ale beer batter
Will Lemon Pepper Squid
Food is AWESOME (bread & butter knife only needed for Lemon Pepper Squid!)
Susan Rowland Lamb Ragu Cottage Pie
Lamb Ragu Cottage Pie…hands down, without a doubt, the best pie I’ve ever had.
Jim Bo
Other favorites
Desserts, shared bites, and tap drinks to complement your meal
sticky date pudding with vanilla bean ice cream
delicious dessert of home made sticky date pudding with vanilla bean ice cream, was absolutely top shelf
Will cheesy garlic pizza
we shared fish and chips and a cheesy garlic pizza, both were served hot , quickly and were delicious
Craig Greenwood Shiraz
Had a tasty chicken Schnitty prawns and a nice Shiraz .
Ann Thompson Tooheys Old
finished off with a glass of my favourite beer Tooheys Old , we both enjoyed our meal
Craig Greenwood
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful details and classic hospitality touches that elevate visits to The Blacksmith's Inn
Milestone Celebration Coordination & Group Photos
During milestone celebrations in the private room, dedicated event hostesses actively organise commemorative group photos for families at the conclusion of the evening.
Midweek Lit Hearth & Fireside Comfort
Real wood-burning fireplaces are actively lit and maintained even on quiet weekdays and cold rainy evenings across dining rooms and event spaces.
Shaded Garden Retreat for Four-Legged Guests
Outdoor dining accommodates pets in a dedicated, well-shaded front garden complete with resident pub dogs playing fetch with visiting guests.
Old-School Tavern Meat Raffles & Live Music
Preserving historic tavern traditions, the pub hosts classic community meat raffles alongside Sunday afternoon live acoustic sets.
Before you head over
Practical suggestions for private functions, outdoor dining, and fireside visits
Plan Private Celebrations Ahead
For milestone birthdays or family gatherings, coordinating early with coordinators like Emma or Hannah allows easy setup of private dining spaces and seamless platter or meal timing.
Secure Shaded Outdoor Seating with Pets
If you plan to bring your dog, head out front to enjoy outdoor dining in the well-shaded garden area alongside umbrellas and countryside views.
Warm Up Beside the Fireplaces in Winter
Visiting on cold or rainy days offers a cosy spot near active wood-burning fireplaces, perfect for pairing comfort pub fare and tap pints.
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